Kenya| Amboseli & Maasai Mara
Wild Kenya - The Ultimate Tour
Seven nights and eight days across Amboseli National Park and the Maasai Mara, photographing Africa’s Big Five with a dedicated guide per vehicle.
Elephants under Kilimanjaro, and the Mara’s Big Five
Amboseli National Park is most famous for being the best place in the world to get close to wild African elephants, set against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. The Maasai Mara National Reserve, easily the world’s most famous wildlife reserve, spans 1,510 km² and is perhaps most famous for its abundance of Africa’s “Big Five”, especially lions, alongside 450+ bird species.
We travel in 4WD Toyota Land Cruisers with large windows and an opening thatched roof for a 360° view, with only 3 participants per vehicle for individualised attention.
Guide Phillip provides photography instruction and image reviews throughout, alongside superb natural-history learning.
What you come home with
With eight days across two of Africa’s premier reserves, you are sure to have an unforgettable safari. The specifics include:
- Superb photography and natural-history learning from a professional guide
- Seven nights and eight days at premium locations
- Comfortable lodge stays in Amboseli, and bush camps in the Maasai Mara
- Unlimited safari drives throughout
- Only 3 participants per vehicle, for individualised attention
- Photographic opportunities of Africa’s “Big Five”
Eight days, as they run
Day1
Nairobi airport pickup, then a scenic drive to Amboseli, with a first evening safari.
Day2-3
Full days of safaris in Amboseli, with morning and evening game drives, photography instruction and presentations on photography and natural history.
Day4
A scenic charter flight to the Maasai Mara, then lunch and a first evening safari, staying in the Mara Triangle.
Day5-7
Three full days tracking lions, leopards and cheetahs, with packed breakfasts for extended time in the field, creative photography sessions and image reviews. The first two nights are spent in the Mara Triangle, the final two in the Greater Mara.
Day8
A return drive to Nairobi via the Great Rift Valley, with a lunch stop, then airport or hotel transfer.
How much does it cost?
Individuals
USD 4,400 per participant (Exclusive of 5% GST)Pals
USD 8,600 for two participants (Exclusive of 5% GST)Outbacker
USD 4,200 per Outbacker (Exclusive of 5% GST)Outbacker: Participated in at least three previous tours or workshops, conducted by The Outback Experience.
Inclusions
- 7 nights’ twin-sharing accommodation - 3 nights Amboseli lodge, 4 nights Maasai Mara camps
- The internal flight between Amboseli and the Mara
- All camp meals, except Day 1 breakfast and Day 8 lunch
- All transfers and safaris in a 4WD Toyota Land Cruiser
- A dedicated guide per vehicle
- Reserve entrance fees
Exclusions
- 5% GST
- Nairobi accommodation (Days 1 and 8)
- International flights and travel to Nairobi
- Optional hot-air balloon rides and Maasai village visits
- Visa, and yellow-fever/polio vaccination costs
- Personal expenses, laundry, phone calls and beverages
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
Payment Terms
100% payment in advance for confirmation of booking, via bank transfer.
Cancellation Fees
- 10% outside 76 days before the tour
- 25% between 75 and 61 days before the tour
- 50% between 60 and 46 days before the tour
- 75% between 45 and 31 days before the tour
- 100% within 30 days before the tour
From the savannah
Have questions about this tour?
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Who is this tour for?
Anybody above the age of 18 with a passion to learn and master photography. There are no other eligibility criteria.
How do I make the payment?
We have multiple payment options available from which you may choose one as per your convenience. Details will be shared when we receive your enquiry.
How many participants can be expected to attend?
A maximum of 9 participants travel together, three to a vehicle, each with a dedicated guide. The Outback Experience’s USP is to provide as much individual attention as possible.
What documents do I need?
A passport valid for at least 6 months from the travel date, a Kenyan ETA (applied for online, with our assistance), and yellow-fever and polio vaccination cards valid on your return. A parental authorisation letter is required for any participant under 18.
How do I register for the tour?
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Plan a customised trip
If these dates don’t suit you, we’d be happy to create a customised wildlife tour around your preferred travel dates.
Whether you choose to travel independently or with one of our photography guides, we’ll arrange the best naturalists, drivers, and accommodation to match your interests and budget. With over two decades of experience in wildlife travel, we’ll ensure you enjoy an exceptional and well-planned safari experience.